Our Opportunity

Work Location: Cloudbreak Mine Site, on the traditional lands of the Palyku and Nyiyaparli peoples.

Roster: 8D/6R - FIFO ex Perth, Busselton, Broome, Karratha, Port Hedland, Fitzroy Crossing and Kununurra

Fortescue is seeking a dynamic and passionate Mining Efficiency Trainer with a strong understanding of mining operations to join our Cloudbreak Mining Team.

This role is responsible for delivering practical training, coaching and development to new and existing Mining Operators, with a strong focus on safe, efficient and productive operation of the fleet. Working closely with Mining Supervisors and operational teams, you will identify operator skill gaps, deliver targeted coaching and support continuous improvement in equipment utilisation, operating practices and overall mining performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Mining Operations training to new and existing Mining Operators.
• Facilitate practical in-field training, coaching and operator assessments.
• Identify operator skill and performance gaps and deliver targeted development.
• Coach operators in safe, efficient and productive operation of the HME fleet.
• Reinforce standard operating practices and support improvements in equipment utilisation and productivity.
• Assist Mining Supervisors with hot seating and operational support as required.
• Maintain training records and complete associated administration and scheduling activities.
• Build strong relationships with operational stakeholders and contribute positively to team performance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience in a comparable HME training, coaching or mining operations role.
• Strong knowledge of open pit mining practices, operational systems and safe work practices.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver technical and practical training in a professional manner.
• Autonomous Haulage System experience is essential.
• Demonstrated operating experience across production excavators, production loaders, dozers, graders and support ancillary equipment.
• Electric excavator operating experience will be highly regarded.
• Strong communication, organisation and time management skills with the ability to work independently.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.

About Us

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

Our Commitment

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub. 

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.